Celebrate 50 years of Ceramic Industries—South Africa’s home‑grown leader in tiles and bathroomware. See how seven sites and brands like Gryphon, Pegasus, Vitro, Samca, and Betta deliver locally engineered quality, reliable supply, and trusted support—plus real community impact—and what’s next.
Future-proof franchising is now essential for hardware retailers. Learn which franchisors are truly future-ready—from automated pricing, POS integration and heat mapping to omnichannel visibility, data-smart loyalty and expert staff—and how these capabilities keep independents competitive.
Preventing geyser failures in winter is crucial for South African households, as these issues account for 30–50% of insurance claims. Retailers can play a vital role in educating customers and providing the right products to avoid costly breakdowns. This article outlines practical tips to help retailers and customers prepare for winter. Why Preventing Geyser Failures […]
eCommerce is no longer optional for hardware retailers in today’s digital age. With consumer behaviour shifting post-COVID, adopting eCommerce can help hardware retailers expand their reach, increase sales, and future-proof their businesses. This article explores the benefits, challenges, and practical tips for hardware retailers venturing into eCommerce. Why Hardware Retailers Should Embrace eCommerceeCommerce for hardware […]
The Legendary Retail Brands (LRB) Expo 2025 brought together members of Mica and DIY Depot for an inaugural two-day event at the Sandton Convention Centre on 13-14 April. The joint event recognised top-performing DIY Depot Stores, hosted a co-branded Expo to enhance retail access to DIY Depot and Mica suppliers and concluded with a networking dinner for […]
Explore Colours Beyond 2027+ by NCS—a future‑focused interior forecast that turns global design signals into precise, ready‑to‑use palettes. Discover how the Pale, Dull Pale, and Dark colour areas balance light, mood, and materials, with NCS notation for confident, consistent specification—click through to see more.
Turn your hardware into a natural one‑stop shop by adding pet and bird ranges. With SA pet care set to top R14bn by 2026/27, high‑frequency essentials like pet food, bird seed and accessories boost basket size and repeat visits—plus bird products face less supermarket competition. Explore the must‑stock lines.
Colour Wave aerosol spray paint has officially partnered with Mylaw, the home of Excelsior Paints, to expand its national distribution across South Africa. This collaboration aims to bring high-quality, lacquer-based aerosol spray paints to a wider audience, catering to DIY enthusiasts, automotive professionals, and industrial users. The Colour Wave range is known for its exceptional […]
WADFOW entered the local market in mid-2024. Since then, the brand has quickly evolved from ‘the new kid on the shelf’ to one that retailers are actively building around. Skillcraft Agencies distributes the range. It has gained strong traction over the last 18 months – particularly in the automotive category, where WADFOW is now making […]
Outdoor timber decks and exterior wood features continue to be popular additions to South African homes. While the initial installation is a strong sales opportunity, the real long-term value for retailers lies in maintenance. Selling the first treatment is important – but offering an easy follow-up solution is where repeat business is built. That’s where […]
